Below are all the recent Outdoor Oklahoma Journals along with a search option to find a journal related to your subject of interest.
Young Birder’s Amazing Talent Could Become His Life’s Calling
Eleven-year-old Samuel Henderson, an autistic student with an extraordinary ability to mimic dozens of bird calls, gained national attention after a video of his school talent show performance went viral. His passion for birds has opened doors to new opportunities and inspired hopes of a future in conservation.
Public Lands Hybrid Is Hunter’s One-in-a-Million Bird
A longtime duck hunter bagged what biologists suspect is a mallard – wood duck hybrid while hunting public lands in 2025. We dive into the science behind hybridization with the Wildlife Department’s migratory game bird technician to get a “behind-the-genes" look at this special hunt.
MEEP! MEEP! All About the Roadrunner
From cartoon legend to real-life desert icon, the greater roadrunner is a lightning-fast, rattlesnake-hunting bird with surprising intelligence, beauty, and deep cultural history right here in Oklahoma. Read on to discover why this remarkable species stands out.
For One Survey Team, “Getting Skunked” Smells Like Success
Getting skunks on camera was a critical first step in an Oklahoma State University survey team’s effort to learn more about the Plains spotted skunk population in southeastern Oklahoma. The secretive and little-known skunk was detected at about half of the survey sites on the Ouachita National Forest.
The Oklahoma Fishing Trail
Not sure where to fish? The Oklahoma Fishing Trail has you covered.
The Benefits of CRP, Native Vegetation
The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is a voluntary incentive-based program administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) that was started in 1985, initially to deal with soil erosion and stabilize commodity prices. This was quickly expanded to include enhancement of wildlife habitat.
Sanders Selected Landowner Conservationist of the Year
McCurtain County farmer John Sanders has been selected as the 2025 Landowner Conservationist of the Year by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
Apprentice Designation: A Learner's Permit for Hunting
Hunter education has greatly reduced hunting accidents, but if you can’t complete a course right away, the apprentice designation allows you to hunt under supervision. It works like a learner’s permit, giving you the chance to gain real experience safely until you finish hunter education.
Get the Most Out of Your Bird Feeder
We share four tips for getting the most out of your feeder.
Three Steps to Deer Tallow that You Can Make at Home
Don’t toss that deer fat—turn it into useful tallow for cooking, skincare, candles, and more. With a little time and care, you can honor your harvest and reduce waste.